A Strategic Gateway for Investment and Sustainable Growth
The Tripoli Special Economic Zone (TSEZ) is a public-private initiative, designed to attract investment, strengthen trade, and support sustainable economic growth. Strategically located in northern Lebanon, TSEZ provides a transparent regulatory framework and an investor-friendly environment for diverse industries.
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Strategic Objectives of TSEZ
The TSEZ was set up to attract foreign and local investment, promote exports, tackle unemployment in Northern Lebanon, specifically the Tripoli urban area and contribute to the government's regional development agenda. It is expected that the total number of jobs created by the TSEZ facilities would vary between 9,500 to 11,000 including direct, indirect and induced employment (respectively, 20% induced employment and maximum of 40% induced employment).
Core Objectives
TSEZ is designed to achieve the following strategic objectives:
- Promote net exports of goods and services
- Create employment opportunities and raise the standard of living of the North governorate
- Generate additional economic activity and promote the development of new value-added sectors
- Support SME development by creating backward and forward linkages to increase output and raise the standards of local enterprises that supply goods and services to the zone
- Develop human resource skills and expertise and promote technology transfers
- Create a demonstrative effect for the National economy
Our Vision
The TSEZ will be the focal trading and business platform for investors and a model for doing business in Lebanon; acting as a catalyst for sustainable economic growth and a lever for the transformation of Tripoli and North Lebanon.
Our Mission
TSEZ will expand Lebanon’s trade potential and create sustainable jobs and investment in a respectful environment by offering serviced industrial and commercial facilities supported by a conducive business climate
Board Members
The Board of the TSEZ Authority is responsible for setting strategic direction, approving policies, and overseeing the overall governance of the zone.
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities of the TSEZ Authority
Regulating and supervising all activities within the Special Economic Zone
Developing policies and regulatory frameworks governing investment and operations
Granting licenses and permits in accordance with applicable laws
Ensuring compliance, transparency, and institutional accountability
Coordinating with public institutions and private stakeholders
Supporting investment facilitation and economic development initiatives